Maria Christy – Athlete Biography
Maria Christy is a junior and is a sprinter/jumper for the Jefferson Morgan Track Team.
Maria has been participating in track for 3 years now. In those years anyone would have some memorable moments. Maria said that her most memorable moments are, “My most memorable moments from track are placing first in triple jump last year and getting voted as track captain this year.”
Track is an attentive sport as you need to condition yourself and to be in good shape. Everyone should be in great physical and even mental shape to compete as far as states and even nationals. Track is a great sport that many students who are not already playing baseball, softball, or training for a fall or winter sport.
Many athletes have a pregame ritual that helps them get ready for their game. Maria said, “That my pregame ritual is to make sure I’m stretched out and hydrated.” It is important to stay hydrated and to stretch before every game so you don’t get cramps while running.
Maria hopes the whole track team will do very well this year.